Top 6 Movies and Shows to Stream This Weekend (January 30 – February 1)
Our roundup of the best new movies and shows to binge this weekend on streaming is filled with exciting releases, from the much-anticipated return of a beloved period drama to a fresh entry in the superhero universe. As January wraps up and we gear up for February 2026, it’s the perfect time to refresh our watchlist with must-see titles.
We’ve curated a selection of 6 fantastic new movies and shows available on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus, HBO Max, Apple TV Plus, and Hulu, which are among the top streaming platforms. This week, we’re highlighting an Oscar contender that’s been getting rave reviews, a buddy cop comedy featuring two major stars, and the comeback of a fan-favorite sitcom.
Ready to discover your next binge? While we keep an eye on all the upcoming films and new series, plus enjoy a season of incredible new anime on Crunchyroll, here are our top picks for the week’s best releases.
Available: Worldwide Watch now: Netflix
Bridgerton is back, and fans couldn’t be more excited! The hit period romance series on Netflix kicks off season 4 this week, with Benedict Bridgerton (Luke Thompson) stepping into the spotlight after the romantic escapades of Daphne, Anthony, and Colin in earlier seasons. This season adapts Julia Quinn’s third Bridgerton novel, An Offer from a Gentleman, focusing on the second son’s romance with a maid named Sophie Baek (Yerin Ha).
Joining the cast are Ruth Gemmell, Claudia Jessie, and Katie Leung, with Jonathan Bailey and Nicola Coughlan returning to their roles. The plot unfolds as Benedict falls for the Lady in Silver at a masked ball while facing pressure to find a wife, drawing inspiration from the classic Cinderella tale.
Bridgerton season 4 Part 1 is available to stream on Netflix starting January 29.
Available: Worldwide Watch now: Disney Plus
Get ready for a surprise with the MCU’s latest show! Created by Destin Daniel Cretton and Andrew Guest, Wonder Man introduces Simon Williams (Yahya Abdul-Mateen II) to the franchise. In the comics, Wonder Man boasts a range of powers that have evolved over time, and we’re eager to see how this adaptation brings something fresh to fans.
The logline teases, “Aspiring Hollywood actor Simon Williams is struggling to launch his career. A chance encounter with Trevor Slattery, an actor whose glory days are behind him, leads Simon to discover that legendary director Von Kovak is remaking the superhero film Wonder Man.”
Wonder Man premieres on Disney Plus on January 27.
Available: Worldwide Watch now: Apple TV Plus
Fans of Shrinking, rejoice! Season 3 of the Apple TV series has launched this week, bringing back the main cast along with some exciting new additions. Co-created by lead star Jason Segel, along with Brett Goldstein and Bill Lawrence, the new episodes feature Jeff Daniels and Michael J. Fox joining the fun.
With Harrison Ford returning as therapist Paul Rhoades, this season continues exploring themes of grief and forgiveness, now focusing on how to move forward. The first trailer hints at Jimmy’s struggle to embrace love again, while Gaby feels stuck and Alice navigates her college journey.
Shrinking season 3 premieres on Apple TV Plus on January 28.
Available: US Watch now: HBO Max
Rose Byrne is a top contender for the Academy Award for Best Actress this year, thanks to her gripping performance in If I Had Legs I’d Kick You, now streaming on HBO Max. Critics have hailed it as a “fever dream immersion into parental stress,” making it a must-watch this season.
The official logline states, “With her life unraveling, Linda (Byrne) tries to cope with her child’s mysterious illness, her absent husband, a missing person, and a strained relationship with her therapist.”
If I Had Legs I’d Kick You is available on HBO Max starting January 30.
Available: Worldwide Watch now: Prime Video
For a fun streaming option, Prime Video has just the ticket with a new action-comedy film featuring Jason Momoa and Dave Bautista. Now available, The Wrecking Crew showcases both stars in a dynamic buddy cop adventure filled with charisma and thrilling action.
Directed by Ángel Manuel Soto, the film follows estranged half-brothers Jonny (Momoa) and James (Bautista) who must come together after their father’s mysterious death. “As they dig for the truth, buried secrets emerge and loyalties are tested, revealing a conspiracy that could tear their family apart. Together, they are ready to WRECK anything that stands in their way,” according to the synopsis.
The Wrecking Crew is available on Amazon Prime starting January 28.
Available: US Watch now: Hulu
Described as “an ultimately rather cosy tale of British eccentricity” with “a superb cast,” Wicked Little Letters is a hilarious watch where Olivia Colman and Jessie Buckley trade barbs for nearly two hours. What more could you want?
Based on a real-life scandal from the 1920s, the film is set in the coastal town of Littlehampton, where residents receive a series of foul-mouthed anonymous letters. The blame falls on Irish immigrant and single mother Rose (Buckley), particularly from her pious neighbor Edith (Colman) and her religious parents (Timothy Spall, Gemma Jones), but young police officer Gladys (Anjana Vasan) is determined to uncover the truth.
Wicked Little Letters is available on Hulu starting January 27.
